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Children's jacket

Strangulation Clothing, textiles and fashion items Serious risk

Children's jacket was recalled on 8 December 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1748/17. Strangulation risk reported by Bulgaria. The drawstrings with free ends in the hood can become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to strangulation.

Photo of recalled product: Children's jacket
Alert NumberA12/1748/17
BrandKWS
CategoryClothing, textiles and fashion items
Risk TypeStrangulation
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberArticle No. А00030445
Published8 December 2017

Risk Description

The drawstrings with free ends in the hood can become trapped during various activities of the child, leading to strangulation.The product does not comply with the relevant European Standard EN 14682.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 22/11/2017

Product Description

Jacket for children 7-8 years.

🚫 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Children's jacket.

About this risk

This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.

Recommended action

Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.

Who is at risk?

Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.

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